Date: 2025-09-08Category: Not ApplicableState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, to Lead Indian Delegation at the 28th Universal Postal Congress in Dubai, UAE
**Summary:**
The Indian Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, will lead a delegation to the 28th Universal Postal Congress in Dubai, UAE. India's participation will focus on championing innovation, financial inclusion, and global collaboration within the postal sector. A key event will be the anticipated launch of the UPIUPU Integration project, a collaborative effort between the Department of Posts (DoP), NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), and the Universal Postal Union (UPU). This project aims to integrate India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) with the UPU Interconnection Platform (IP) to create a secure, efficient, and affordable channel for cross-border remittances to India.
During the Congress, Minister Scindia is expected to deliver a keynote address outlining India's vision for a modern, trusted, and inclusive postal ecosystem. The Indian delegation will engage with representatives from 192 member countries to share expertise, explore partnerships, and promote innovative solutions. India will also advocate for a progressive agenda for the Dubai Cycle, emphasizing technology adoption, sustainable practices, and equitable access to postal services. India has offered its candidature for the Council of Administration and the Postal Operations Council of the Universal Postal Union. Ms. Vandita Kaul, Secretary, Department of Posts, Government of India, affirmed India's commitment to collaborating with the global postal community for a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable future.
Key Entities Referenced
Jyotiraditya M. Scindia: Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India, who will lead the Indian delegation.
Dubai, UAE: Location of the 28th Universal Postal Congress.
Universal Postal Congress: An international event where India will promote innovation and collaboration in the postal sector.
UPIUPU Integration project: A project to integrate India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) with the UPU Interconnection Platform (IP) for cross-border remittances.
Department of Posts: A department involved in spearheading the UPIUPU Integration project.
NPCI International Payments Limited: An organization involved in the UPIUPU Integration project.
Universal Postal Union: An international organization collaborating on the UPIUPU Integration project and where India is offering its candidature for key councils.
Vandita Kaul: Secretary, Department of Posts, Government of India.
Ministry of Communications
Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister of
Communications and Development of North Eastern
Region, to Lead Indian Delegation at the 28th
Universal Postal Congress in Dubai, UAE
Posted On: 08 SEP 2025 4:12PM by PIB Delhi
The Hon’ble Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India,
Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, will lead a delegation to the 28th Universal Postal Congress in Dubai, UAE,
where India is poised to champion innovation, financial inclusion, and global collaboration within the postal
sector. A key highlight of India's participation will be the anticipated launch of the groundbreaking UPI-UPU
Integration project.
UPI-UPU Integration: A Revolutionary Step Towards Modern Remittances
The UPI-UPU Integration project represents a transformative initiative to revolutionize cross-border
remittances to India. This collaboration, spearheaded by the Department of Posts (DoP), NPCI International
Payments Limited (NIPL), and the UPU, aims to seamlessly integrate India's Unified Payments Interface
(UPI) with the UPU Interconnection Platform (IP). This integration promises to create a secure, efficient, and
affordable channel for the Indian diaspora to send money home, benefiting millions of families and driving
economic growth.
Highlights for the Congress:
Ministerial Address: Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia is expected to deliver a keynote address during
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the Congress, outlining India's vision for a modern, trusted, and inclusive postal ecosystem. The
address will highlight India's commitment to leveraging technology to enhance postal services and
promote financial inclusion globally.
UPI-UPU Integration Launch: The official launch of the UPI-UPU Integration project is
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anticipated to be a key event during the Congress, showcasing the power of collaboration and
innovation in transforming cross-border payments.
Engagement with Member Countries: The Indian delegation will actively engage with
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representatives from 192 member countries to share India's expertise, explore potential
partnerships, and promote the adoption of innovative solutions within the postal sector.
Advocacy for a Progressive Agenda: India is expected to advocate for a progressive agenda for
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the Dubai Cycle, emphasizing the importance of technology adoption, sustainable practices, and
equitable access to postal services for all.
India Offers Candidature for Key Universal Postal Union Councils: India has offered its
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candidature for the Council of Administration and the Postal Operations Council of the
Universal Postal Union, seeking supportfor meaningful partnershipsfocused on delivering at
scale, driving digital transformation, and promoting sustainability with the aim to contribute
towards a level playing field in global commerce,capacity buildingwhile learning from global peers
to further strengthen international postal cooperation.
"India is committed to working with the global postal community to build a more connected, inclusive, and
sustainable future," said Ms. Vandita Kaul, Secretary, Department of Posts, Government of India. "The UPU
Congress provides an invaluable platform for collaboration and knowledge sharing, and we look forward to
contributing to the success of this important event."*****
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